PSHE SEND Teacher – Specialist Settings

Connex Education; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible work

Temp-to-perm options

Weekly PAYE

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is seeking a PSHE SEND Teacher to support pupils in Cheltenham and surrounding areas. The role focuses on making PSHE practical, accessible and meaningful for learners with SEND and diverse needs.

You will help pupils develop emotional wellbeing, relationships, independence and communication skills, adapting lessons to individual abilities and working with Teaching Assistants and specialist staff.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach PSHE and life skills to diverse learners.
• Ability to adapt lessons for SEND pupils with varied needs.
• Strong classroom management and behavioral strategies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging PSHE lessons.
• Make learning practical and relevant to real life.
• Adapt resources to individual needs and abilities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Encourage discussion, confidence and independence.
• Support social and emotional development.
• Use inclusive, visual and differentiated approaches.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Inclusive teaching

Creativity

Patience

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

PSHE SEND Teacher - Specialist Settings

Location: Cheltenham &surrounding areas
Pay: £150-£250 per day PAYE
Job Type: Flexible Supply, Temporary, Long-Term & Temp-to-Perm Opportunities
Start Date: Flexible Supply

About the Role

Connex Education Partnership is looking for PSHE SEND Teachers to support pupils across specialist SEND schools and provisions in Cheltenham and the surrounding areas.

This is a great opportunity for a teacher who can make PSHE practical, accessible and meaningful for pupils with additional needs.

You’ll help young people develop the skills they need beyond the classroom, from emotional wellbeing and relationships to independence, communication and preparing for adult life.

What You Could Teach

Depending on the setting, PSHE may include:

• Emotional wellbeing and self-awareness
• Relationships, friendships and social skills
• Communication and managing emotions
• Personal safety and healthy choices
• Independence and life skills
• Citizenship and understanding the wider community
• Online safety
• Careers, aspirations and preparation for adulthood
• Practical skills for everyday life

The Pupils

You may teach pupils with:

Autism / ASC | SEMH | ADHD | SLD | PMLD | Communication needs | Sensory needs | Complex learning needs

Some pupils may need additional support with communication, emotional regulation, social interaction or independence, so lessons will need to be adapted to suit individual abilities.

Your Role

• Plan and deliver engaging PSHE lessons
• Make learning practical and relevant
• Adapt resources and activities to individual needs
• Build positive relationships with pupils
• Encourage discussion, confidence and independence
• Support social and emotional development
• Use visual, practical and differentiated approaches
• Work alongside Teaching Assistants and specialist staff

What We're Looking For

• QTS is essential
• Experience teaching PSHE, Citizenship, Life Skills or similar is desirable
• SEND experience is advantageous
• Ability to adapt lessons for different learning profiles
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• A creative, patient and inclusive approach

Why Connex?

• Competitive daily rates that match your experience
• Flexible supply work around your availability
• Day-to-day, temporary and long-term placements
• Temp-to-perm opportunities
• Weekly PAYE pay - no umbrella companies
• Free SEND Toolkit and CPD training
• Funded formal qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Wellbeing support and refresher training
• Dedicated specialist SEND consultant
• Ongoing support throughout your placements

Connex Education Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.